Precautions to reduce risk of fire, Use caution in the operation of this equipment – Grain Systems PNEG-1797 User Manual
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1. Safety
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PNEG-1797CE CE Approved T-Series Tower Dryer
Precautions to Reduce Risk of Fire
Whilst the dryer has been designed to minimize the risk of ignition of combustible dust and dirt, this can
only be ensured by regular inspection and cleaning. At least every five (5) days.
1. Refer to
for required precautions before entering the dryer. The dryer must be locked out
and tagged at the main power and fuel supply before entering.
2. Open the dryer access hatches and check for any significant build-up of dust or particles of grain.
3. Using an industrial vacuum cleaner, clean the plenum. Do not use compressed air.
4. Check inside other dryer accesses and clean as required.
5. Check all personnel are out of the dryer, close and lock all accesses before re-starting drying.
6. This procedure may be carried out more regularly in conditions of extreme dust and dirt.
Exercise greater caution when drying highly flammable grains and seeds. For example rapeseed, canola,
linseed, sunflower and milo.
All grain and seed must be whole (minimal cracked or crushed), clean and dust free.
Dry at low temperatures (< 40°C).
Avoid dust and chaff being drawn into the fan and heater.
Keep the fan, heater, drying plenum and ducts clean at all times.
In the event of a fire (or suspected fire).
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Shut down the entire dryer.
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Turn OFF fuel at the tank or supply valve.
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Shut off and lock electrical power.
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Evacuate the area.
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Call the fire department.
Use Caution in the Operation of this Equipment
This dryer is designed and manufactured with operator safety in mind. However, the very nature of a grain
dryer having a gas burner, high voltage electrical equipment and high speed rotating parts, presents
hazards to personnel which cannot be completely safeguarded against without interfering with the efficient
operation of the dryer and reasonable access to its components.
Use extreme caution at all times when working on or around the dryer.
Continued safe, dependable operation of automatic equipment depends, to a great degree, upon the
owner. Follow the recommendations within the Owner’s Manual and make it a practice to regularly inspect
the unit for any developing problems or unsafe conditions.
Take special note of the safety precautions
before attempting to operate the dryer.
WARNING
Keep the dryer clean. Do not allow fine material to accumulate in the plenum
chamber or surrounding the outside of the dryer.